How Much Does It Cost to Ship a Boom Lift or Scissor Lift?
Aerial lifts are light for their size, so weight is rarely the issue — length is. A folded articulating boom lift can be long enough to need a step deck or RGN, and telescopic booms can push into oversize length.
Typical cost ranges
Scissor lifts and compact boom lifts ship at standard rates. Large telescopic booms may be oversize on length.
| Machine / haul | Typical range |
|---|---|
Scissor lift | $1.50 – $2.75 / mile |
Articulating boom lift | $1.75 – $3.25 / mile |
Large telescopic boom lift May be oversize on length. | $2.75 – $5.00 / mile |
Short haul minimum | $400 – $1,100 flat |
These are typical market ranges — not a quote. Real pricing depends on the exact machine, route, season, and how fast it needs to move. The fastest way to a firm number is a two-minute call or quote request.
Length, not weight
Boom lifts fold up but stay long, and a 60–125 ft telescopic boom can exceed legal trailer length once loaded. That is the most common reason an aerial lift needs permits. Give your dispatcher the model so the right trailer is sent.
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(208) 495-2260Frequently asked questions
How much to ship a boom lift?
Compact lifts run about $1.50–$3.25 per mile; large telescopic booms cost more and may be oversize on length. Short moves are often a flat $400–$1,100.
Can a boom lift ship on a flatbed?
Smaller lifts can. Longer articulating and telescopic booms usually need a step deck or RGN, and the longest models may require oversize length permits.